Government Medical College and Hospital Chandigarh has released employment notice GMCH-2EA1/R for 242 vacancies across clinical and non-clinical departments on tenure basis. Positions include Senior Residents, Demonstrators, Emergency Medical Officers, Medical Officers, and Junior Residents in MBBS and BDS. Eligible candidates can submit online applications via the official portal up to 28 October 2026 by 04:00 PM. Appointed candidates receive pay under the 7th Central Pay Commission with minimum pay of Rs 56,100/- plus admissible allowances.
Important Dates and Examination Schedule
| Event or Milestone | Scheduled Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Last date for receipt of online applications | 28 October 2026 upto 04:00 PM |
| Written examination for Senior Residents and Demonstrators | November 2026 |
| Written examination for Junior Residents MBBS and BDS | November 2026 |
| Crucial date for determination of upper age limit | 28 October 2026 |
| Commencement of tenure for Junior Residents | January 2027 |
Department-Wise Vacancies and Post Details
The recruitment covers 242 positions at GMCH Chandigarh across various medical departments. The vacancies are distributed among various specialty departments as tabulated below:
| Cadre Group | Disciplines and Specialties Included | Distribution |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Residents | Anaesthesia, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Cardiology, CTVS, Community Medicine, Dermatology, Emergency Medicine, Forensic Medicine, General Medicine, General Surgery, Hospital Administration, Microbiology, Neurology, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Pulmonary Medicine, Psychiatry, Radio-diagnosis | Multiple clinical specialties |
| Casualty Medical Services | Casualty Medical Officer General Medicine and General Surgery | 04 posts |
| Resident Services | Resident Anaesthetists and Resident Pathologists | 06 posts |
| Demonstrators | Anatomy, Biochemistry, Community Medicine, Forensic Medicine, Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Transfusion Medicine | Various departments |
| Medical Officers | Medical Officer GMCH and MHI, Emergency Medical Officer, Lady Medical Officer | Various hospital units |
| Junior Residents | Junior Resident MBBS 27 positions and Junior Resident BDS 05 positions | 32 positions |
| Total Openings | Combined aggregate across all participating departments | 242 vacancies |
Reservation Rules and Category Quotas
Reservation of vacancies is implemented according to instructions of Chandigarh Administration. The category distribution across the 242 vacancies is summarized below:
| Category Description | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste SC | 18 |
| Other Backward Classes OBC | 44 |
| Economically Weaker Sections EWS | 06 |
| Total Vacancies Across Categories | 242 |
Candidates claiming reservation under SC, OBC, or EWS categories must submit certificates issued by competent authorities. OBC certificates must conform to notifications of the Department of Personnel and Department of Social Welfare Chandigarh Administration.
Educational Eligibility and Qualifications
Academic qualifications depend upon the post cadre and clinical department applied for by candidates:
| Post Designation | Prescribed Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Senior Resident, Resident Anaesthetist, Resident Pathologist, CMO | Postgraduate Medical Degree MD, MS, DNB, or equivalent in concerned specialty recognized by NMC or MCI, registered with State Medical Council. Doctors who completed 3 years of Senior Residency tenure are ineligible. |
| Demonstrator, Medical Officer, Emergency Medical Officer, Lady Medical Officer | MBBS degree recognized by National Medical Commission. Preference is given to applicants holding postgraduate qualifications. Candidates holding M.Sc. Medical in concerned specialty will be considered only in case of non-availability of medical doctors. |
| Junior Resident MBBS and BDS | MBBS or BDS degree from an institute recognized by NMC or Dental Council of India, registered with State Medical Council. Candidates must complete their one year rotary internship by December 2026. Candidates who have already done one year Junior Residency are not eligible for the post of Junior Resident. |
Age Limit and Relaxation Rules
Upper age limits reckoned as on 28 October 2026 are fixed according to cadre groups:
| Post Cadre | Maximum Age Limit as on 28.10.2026 |
|---|---|
| Senior Residents, Resident Anaesthetists, Resident Pathologists, CMO | 45 years |
| Demonstrators, Emergency Medical Officers, Medical Officers | 37 years |
| Junior Residents MBBS and BDS | 30 years |
Age relaxation is admissible under Chandigarh Administration rules: 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC, 5 years for government servants, and up to 10 years for widows, deserted women, and judicially separated women.
Pay Scale and Monthly Remuneration
Selected doctors and demonstrators receive emoluments structured according to the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix along with allowances:
| Cadre Designation | Pay Scale and Matrix Level |
|---|---|
| Senior Resident, CMO, Resident Anaesthetist, Resident Pathologist | Rs 67,700/- minimum pay at Cell of Level 11 of 7th CPC plus allowances |
| Demonstrator | Rs 53,100/- minimum pay at Cell of Level 9 of 7th CPC plus allowances |
| Emergency Medical Officer, Medical Officer, Lady Medical Officer | Rs 56,100/- minimum pay at Cell of Level 10 of 7th CPC plus allowances |
| Junior Resident MBBS and BDS | Rs 56,100/- minimum pay at Cell of Level 10 of 7th CPC plus allowances |
Application Fee and Payment Process
| Candidate Category | Prescribed Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste SC applicants | Rs 250/- plus bank charges |
| All other categories General, OBC, EWS | Rs 500/- plus bank charges |
The application fee is non-refundable and must be deposited through online payment gateway mode only. Candidates applying for multiple departments pay the fee only once.
Selection Process and Interview Details
The written test will be held in Chandigarh only. On the basis of the written test, a merit list is prepared and shortlisted candidates are called for interview. Candidates must present original degrees, registration certificates, and experience documents at interview counselling.
How to Apply Online
Candidates apply online on the website by clicking on the link VACANCIES. The candidate must upload all the certificates and testimonials at the time of filling up the online application form. After successful online submission, candidates should print a copy of the application form displaying their Registration Number and Application ID for future reference.
Documents Required for Application
- Photograph scanned in the JPEG format which should not exceed 15 KB.
- Matriculation certificate showing date of birth for age verification.
- MBBS or BDS degree completion certificate along with year-wise mark sheets.
- Postgraduate degree MD, MS, DNB, or diploma certificates for Senior Resident positions.
- Registration certificate issued by Medical Council of India or State Medical Council.
- Rotary internship completion certificate with eligibility cutoff up to December 2026.
- The claim of the candidate belonging to SC, OBC and EWS categories will be considered on the basis of certificate issued by competent authority.
- No Objection Certificate NOC from competent authority for in-service government candidates.
Terms of Tenure and Engagement
Appointments under this notification are on tenure basis. Senior Residents, Resident Anaesthetists, Resident Pathologists, and Casualty Medical Officers are appointed for up to 3 years. Demonstrators and Medical Officers serve up to 3 years. The tenure of Junior Resident MBBS and BDS will be for a maximum period of 1 year.
Points to Remember and Helpline
- Online application portal closes on 28 October 2026 at 04:00 PM.
- Candidates applying for multiple departments deposit the application fee only once.
- Rotary internship completion cutoff for Junior Residents is December 2026.
- Doctors with 3 years Senior Residency or 1 year Junior Residency elsewhere cannot apply.
- Helpline telephone for technical assistance: 0172-2665253, Fax: 0172-2609360 on office working days.
Important Links
| Document or Portal Link | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Official Advertisement PDF | Download Notification PDF |
| GMCH Chandigarh Recruitment Details | Official Recruitment Notice |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the final deadline to submit applications for GMCH Chandigarh posts?
The online application portal remains accessible up to 28 October 2026 until 04:00 PM.
How many total vacancies are available across all departments?
A total of 242 vacancies are announced across various clinical and demonstrator departments.
What is the initial monthly pay for Junior Resident doctors?
Junior Residents receive a minimum initial basic pay of Rs 56100/- per month plus allowances.
What is the upper age limit for Junior Resident applicants?
Candidates applying for Junior Resident posts must be not more than 30 years old as on 28 October 2026.
What application fee is payable by SC candidates?
Candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes must pay an application fee of Rs 250/- online.
What application fee is payable by General and other category candidates?
Applicants from all categories other than SC must pay an application fee of Rs 500/- online.